Jamal Mashburn not only can’t play yet, he can’t even fly because of an inner-ear infection. Which is why there’s no chance he’ll play in Game 2 tomorrow at the Meadowlands.

The Hornets had hoped Mashburn could fly to New York today for their practice at John Jay College. “That’s not happening,” Hornets coach Paul Silas said.

Silas said Mashburn will need at least one practice before returning from his bout with anemia and B-12 deficiency that’s caused dizziness and inner-ear pain. Some teammates are thinking they’ll be without Mashburn for the series.

“We haven’t had him for two weeks now, I don’t expect to have him,” P.J. Brown said.

While the Hornets get back Jamaal Magloire tomorrow, Brown reinjured his left ankle yesterday and, though he returned, there’s concern about his availability for Game 2.